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Monday, April 27th, 2026
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Playwrights gathered over the weekend at Theatre Tallahassee for the Third Annual Friends with the Write Stuff festival. The 3-day event gave 22 writers a chance to share mini plays—several of which have been published—and let actors perform impromptu scenes. WFSU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FSU softball beat Georgia Tech 8 to 5 in nine innings with a go-ahead ninth-inning home run by Ashtyn Danley. The Seminoles swept their opponent and will face Florida in Gainesville on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida State baseball lost 7-4 to Stanford on Sunday in Palo Alto as Rintaro Sasaki delivered a walk-off grand slam to complete a rare sweep; the Seminoles will host South Florida on Wed, April 29 at Dick Howser Stadium (4 p.m.). Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Freshman Marin Heller powered FSU softball (a team on the rise) with her strong swing and impressive stats, earning ACC Co-Freshman of the Week honors on Feb. 17 at the Shriner Children's Clearwater Invitational. The Iowa native now helps the team chase national championship dreams. FSU News
- ➤ Former FSU quarterback Tommy Castellanos accepted rookie minicamp invites from the Tennessee Titans and Miami Dolphins to try out as a wide receiver after he went unselected in the draft on April 26. This career change tests his speed and versatility as he seeks an NFL spot. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ On April 22 at Tom Brown Park, the Chiles beach volleyball team claimed the FHSAA 2A district 2 title by beating Leon 4-1 in the district final. The team posted strong wins in earlier rounds to secure the championship. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ After losing the first two SWAC games against Bethune-Cookman, Florida A&M baseball fought back for a 15-13 win on Sunday in Tallahassee (a comeback effort) that boosts their season momentum. WCTV
- ➤ Godby head coach John Holston celebrated former players Darrell Jackson Jr. (Jets) and Josh Farmer (Patriots) who both rose from Gadsden High to the NFL; their success highlights a strong local football tradition. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Ten Florida A&M football players performed at NFL Pro Day in March and are now awaiting free agent offers from NFL teams after the draft. The Rattlers (including standout prospects Ashton Grable and Charles Davis) join four alumni already playing professionally. Tallahassee Democrat
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Tails & Trails Half Marathon
7-11 a.m. — J. R. Alford Greenway — $40 — Participate in a scenic half marathon winding through the lush Greenway and surrounding trails.
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Mother's Day Brunch
11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Eve on Adams — Cost varies — Delight in a rooftop brunch with mimosas and stunning city views to celebrate Mom.
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Texas Southern Tigers vs. Florida A&M Rattlers Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Moore-Kittles Field — Secure your seats now — Feel the thrill of college baseball as the Texas Southern Tigers take on the Florida A&M Rattlers!
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Texas Southern Tigers vs. Florida A&M Rattlers Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Moore-Kittles Field — Secure your seats — Experience the excitement as Texas Southern takes on Florida A&M in an action-packed baseball game.
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MenWalking in Tallahassee
9:00 – 10:30 a.m. — J. R. Alford Greenway — Free entry — Connect with other men while enjoying a refreshing walk outdoors.
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